Maple Leafs defeat Avalanche 6-3, face Chris Tanev injury concern
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 4:10 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a thrilling 6-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on October 11, 2026. William Nylander led the team with five points, while Auston Matthews contributed two goals and four points. The win, marked as a pivotal early-season showcase, was overshadowed by an injury to defenseman Chris Tanev, who left the game due to an upper-body injury following a hit. With Tanev’s history of injury troubles, the team is now concerned about the potential implications for their defensive lineup as they continue their season.
- •Toronto wins 6-3 against Colorado on October 11.
- •William Nylander records five points, Auston Matthews four.
- •Chris Tanev leaves game with an upper-body injury.
- •Tanev's injury raises concerns over past health issues.
- •John Tavares was absent due to paternity leave.
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Tanev Injury A Dark Cloud After Maple Leafs Stunning Win Over Avalanche
"It was the early-season ‘Game of the Year’ for the new-look Toronto Maple Leafs. The old guard led the way, […]
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